Kiwanis International

Kiwanis International, founded in 1915, is a nonprofit service organization that undertakes community outreach programs and supports children and adults suffering from substance abuse, pediatric trauma and emotional problems. It provides educational programs on childcare, early development, infant health, nutrition and parenting skills. The additional services offered by the organization include promoting literacy, supporting youth sports and recreation and offering community-based services. It also undertakes various programs in schools and colleges for development of leadership skills in students. The programs include enrichment activities, builders and key clubs and special aktion clubs for students with mental and physical disabilities. It also undertakes disaster management programs and provides emergency support services. Kiwanis International has more than 2,75,000 members throughout the world and is headquartered in Indianapolis.